1983 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Senator | F-250 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3967 mm |